Group Financial Controller

About SUBCO

With a proven track record of delivering transformative connectivity, SUBCO owns and operates critical submarine cable assets linking Australia to Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. Building on this foundation, a new 5,000 km domestic cable system - connecting emerging digital hubs across Australia - is set to go live in 2026, marking a major milestone in SUBCO's evolution.

As demand for high-capacity, resilient infrastructure accelerates, SUBCO is entering a strategic growth phase of major scale up, actively pursuing global opportunities to deliver innovative connectivity solutions that meet the needs of cloud, content, and AI-driven enterprises.

Our Values

At SUBCO, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They shape our culture, guide our decisions, and define how we interact with our customers, partners, and each other. From being
Customer Obsessed
to always
Raising the Bar
, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Together, we are a team of
Trailblazers
who
Grow Together
and hold ourselves accountable, ensuring that
We Each Set the Standard
for success. These values aren't just words – they drive us forward every day.

About the Role

As Group Financial Controller, you will manage the Group's financial operations and compliance, reporting directly to the CFO. You'll oversee financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, cash flow, audits, internal controls and policy development. This role involves managing a high-performing finance team and partnering with the CFO and business units to enhance commercial insight, operational efficiency, and fiscal discipline.

Role Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead the preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in line with statutory and management requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting obligations, including tax lodgments, ASIC reporting, and external audits.
• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls and governance frameworks to ensure financial data integrity and risk management.
• Partner with external advisors to ensure compliance and optimise financial outcomes.
• Ensure alignment of financial objectives with business strategy and growth plans.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO and broader executive leadership team.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead the development of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Provide clear financial interpretation and advice to senior stakeholders to support data-driven decision making.
• Partner with business leaders to identify performance drivers and implement initiatives that improve financial outcomes.
• Deliver forward-looking insights through forecasting, scenario modelling, and variance analysis to guide strategic planning.
• Identify trends, opportunities, and risks, and deliver actionable recommendations to the CFO and executive team.

Cash Flow, Treasury & Capital Management

• Monitor group cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure business continuity and financial stability.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee funding, debt facilities, and treasury operations.
• Support capital investment appraisals and business cases for strategic initiatives.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to promote a collaborative and integrated working environment, encouraging shared ownership of outcomes.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration between finance and other departments to strengthen financial acumen across the business.
• Inspire and manage a multi-disciplinary finance team with a focus on professional development and succession planning.
• Promote a positive work environment that reflects SUBCO's values and cultural objectives.

Systems, Process Improvement & Projects

• Drive automation and efficiency in financial processes, reporting systems, and controls.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting, including automation and system enhancements
• Lead or support system upgrades, ERP implementations, and integration of new acquisitions or business units.
• Provide financial leadership and project governance on transformation initiatives and M&A activity.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA/CA or equivalent professional certification.
• Extensive experience in a financial management role with a proven track-record in a financial leadership position.
• Experienced in building and maintaining Power BI dashboards that turn complex data into actionable insights.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and focused on streamlining reporting processes for greater efficiency and clarity.
• Confident working with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate them into intuitive, data-driven solutions.
• Understanding of telecommunications regulations, market dynamics and financial drivers is desirable.
• Expertise in financial planning, capital budgeting and complex financial analysis.
• Knowledge of industry-specific laws, regulatory requirements and financial reporting standards.
• Strong capability in aligning financial strategy with business objectives to drive growth.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a track record of driving organisational change and achieving results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into strategic insight.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.